ASTM A182 F316L Stainless Steel Socket Welded Flange B16.5 SWRF Flange
ASTM A182 F316L Stainless Steel Socket Welded Flange B16.5 SWRF Flange
A socket welded (SW) flange features a socket (or recess) into which the pipe is inserted, allowing for a strong, welded joint. The welding occurs at the base of the flange and around the pipe, creating a strong bond. This design helps to reduce the likelihood of stress concentrations and promotes a more uniform load distribution. Socket welded flanges are an excellent choice for high-pressure, high-temperature applications where reliability is crucial.
Advantages of Socket Welded Flanges
Strong Joint: The welding process creates a strong bond that can withstand high pressure and temperature, making it suitable for demanding applications.
Compact Design: Socket weld flanges can be used in tightly spaced installations due to their compact design.
Low Risk of Leakage: When properly welded, they have a lower chance of leakage compared to threaded flanges.
Easier Installation: The socket design allows for easier alignment and installation of pipes, as the pipe is held in place before welding.
Reduced Stress Concentration: The design reduces stress concentration, enhancing the overall integrity of the piping system.
ASTM A182 F316L SS Flange Equivalent Grades
| STANDARD | WERKSTOFF NR. | UNS | JIS | BS | GOST | AFNOR | EN |
| SS 316L | 1.4404 / 1.4435 | S31603 | SUS 316L | 316S11 / 316S13 | 03Ch17N14M3 / 03Ch17N14M2 | Z3CND17‐11‐02 / Z3CND18‐14‐03 | X2CrNiMo17-12-2 / X2CrNiMo18-14-3 |
Other Types of Flanges
| ASTM A182 SS 316L Slip-On Flanges | ASTM A182 SS 316L Threaded Flanges |
| ASTM A182 SS 316L Weld Neck Flanges | ASTM A182 SS 316L Socket Weld Flanges |
| ASTM A182 SS 316L Blind Flanges | ASTM A182 SS 316L Reducing Flanges |
| ASTM A182 SS 316L Lap Joint Flanges | ASTM A182 SS 316L Plate Flanges |
| ASTM A182 SS 316L Orifice Flanges | ASTM A182 SS 316L Forged Flanges |
| ASTM A182 SS 316L Ring Type Joint Flanges | ASTM A182 SS 316L Square Flanges |
Product Details
- Flange Face (used with raised face or flat face flanges)
- Any available materials: carbon steel, duplex, stainless steel, alloy steel
- Special Dimensions Available upon request
- 24″ NPS and smaller made to ASME B16.48
- Large Diameters > 24″ NPS to match ASME B16.47 Series (A) Flanges
- Large Diameters > 24″ NPS to match ASME B16.47 Series (B) Flanges
SS 316L Flange Standards / Types And Pressure Class
| ASME/ANSI B 16.5 | Welding Neck Flange, Slip on Flange, Blind Flange, High Hub Blind Flange, Socket Weld Flange, Lap Joint Flange, Threaded Flange, Ring Type Joint Flange |
| PRESSURE CLASS | 150, 300, 400, 600, 900, 1500, 2500 |
| ASME/ANSI B 16.47 | Welding Neck Flange, Blind Flange [Series A & B] |
| PRESSURE CLASS | 75, 150, 300, 400, 600, 900 |
| ASME/ANSI B 16.36 | Welding Neck Flange, Slip on Flange, Threaded Flange |
| PRESSURE CLASS | 300, 400, 600, 900, 1500, 2500 |
| BS 4504 SEC 3.1 | Welding Neck Flange, Hubbed Slip on Flange, Hubbed Threaded Flange, Lapped Pipe End Flange, Plate Flange, Loose Plate Flange, Loose Plate With Weld Neck Flange, Blank Flange |
| PRESSURE CLASS | PN 2.5 TO PN 40 |
| BS 4504[PART 1] | Welding Neck Flange, Hubbed Slip-On Hubbed Threaded, Plate Flange, Loose Plate With Weld On Plate Collar, Blank Flange |
| PRESSURE CLASS | PN 2.5 TO PN 400 |
| BS 1560 BOSS | Welding Neck Flange, Socket Welding Flange, Slip-On Flange, Blind Flange, Screwed Boss Flange, Lapped Flange |
| PRESSURE CLASS | 150, 300, 400, 600, 900, 1500, 2500 |
| BS10 | Welding Neck Flange, Plate Slip-On Flange, Screwed Boss Flange, Slip-On Boss Flange, Blind Flange |
| TABLE | D, E, F, H |
| DIN FLANGES | DIN 2527, 2566, 2573, 2576, 2641,2642, 2655, 2656, 2627, 2628, 2629, 2631, 2632, 2633, 2634, 2635, 2636, 2637,2638, 2673 |
| PRESSURE CLASS | PN 6 TO PN 100 |
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Application
Piping Systems
Chemical Processing
Water Treatment Plants
Food and Beverage Industry
HVAC Systems
Oil and Gas Industry
Marine Applications
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Power Generation
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